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October 19, 2012 · Cessna 560XL · N576QS

Nantucket, MA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Incident
Date
October 19, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Nantucket, MA
Aircraft
Cessna 560XL
Tail Number
N576QS
Operator
Netjets Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Minor
NTSB Number
ERA13IA036

Shortly after takeoff, a tower air traffic controller notified the flight crew that fuel was pouring from the left wing. The crew also noted hydraulic and flight control annunciator messages and a gear unlocked indication. The flight remained in the traffic pattern and the airplane landed with a fuel imbalance of about 1,000 pounds. An examination of the airplane after the incident revealed minor damage in the left wing and gear well areas. The left main gear aft trunnion pivot pin was not in place, resulting in separation of the aft portion of the left main gear trunnion from the aft trunnion fitting. The end of the aft trunnion punctured the interior of the gear well, resulting in damage to surrounding structure and damage to the fuel cell and hydraulic line. The damage resulted in the fuel leak and the flight control and hydraulic messages. The pin was later found loose and undamaged in the flap track area of the left wing. The aft trunnion pivot pin retaining bolt that was intended to restrain the pivot pin was in place and secured with a nut and cotter pin. A review of maintenance records for the airplane revealed that the left main gear trunnion was removed and replaced with a new unit about six weeks before the incident. The maintenance was performed by an outside vendor. According to the airplane maintenance manual, when installing the aft main landing gear trunnion, the trunnion pivot pin must be slid forward, aligning a hole in the trunnion with a hole in the pivot pin. The trunnion pivot pin is then secured in place with the retaining bolt, washers, nut, and cotter pin. It is likely that the incorrect installation of the left main gear aft trunnion allowed the aft trunnion pivot pin to eventually exit the trunnion and attach fitting. This allowed the aft trunnion to puncture the interior of the gear well.

NTSB Probable Cause

The incorrect installation of the left main gear aft trunnion pivot pin by maintenance personnel, which resulted in separation of the aft portion of the left main gear trunnion from the aft trunnion fitting and minor damage to the airplane.

Full Narrative

On October 19, 2012, about 1412 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 560XL, N576QS, received minor damage during gear retraction after takeoff at Nantucket, Massachusetts (ACK). The airline transport pilot, co-pilot, and one passenger were not injured. The airplane was registered to a corporation and was operated by NetJets Aviation, Inc. under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 as an air taxi flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and an instrument flight rules flight plan was filed. The flight originated at ACK and was destined for Lexington, Kentucky (LEX). The flight crew reported that, at 400 feet above ground level after takeoff, the flaps were retracted. Shortly thereafter, tower personnel informed the crew that fuel was pouring from the left wing. The crew also noted hydraulic and stabilizer annunciator lights and a gear unlocked indication. A slight rumble could be felt in the airframe. The left wing fuel indicator decreased approximately 500 pounds and the crew noted heaviness in the right wing. The flight remained in the traffic pattern and returned to ACK for an uneventful landing with a fuel imbalance of about 1,000 pounds. An inspector with the Federal Aviation Administration responded to the accident site and examined the airplane. The left main gear aft trunnion pivot pin was not in place, resulting in separation of the aft portion of the left main gear trunnion from the aft trunnion fitting. The end of the aft trunnion punctured the interior of the gear well, resulting in minor damage to surrounding structure. The pin was later found loose and undamaged in the flap track area of the left wing. The aft trunnion pivot pin retaining bolt that was intended to restrain the pivot pin was in place and secured with a nut and cotter pin. A review of maintenance records for the airplane revealed that the left main gear trunnion was removed and replaced with a new unit on September 1, 2012 by a maintenance vendor. According to the Cessna 560XL Maintenance Manual, when installing the aft main landing gear trunnion, the trunnion pivot pin must be slid forward, aligning a hole in the trunnion with a hole in the pivot pin. The trunnion pivot pin is then secured in place with the retaining bolt, washers, nut, and cotter pin.

Flight

Event TypeIncident
Event Time14:12 EDT
Nearest AirportNantucket Memorial (1nm)
Runway06
Runway Length6303 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 560XL
Tail NumberN576QS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageMinor
OperatorNetjets Aviation
Operating RulePart 135
Engines2
Engine TypeTurbofan
Engine DetailsP&W Canada · PW545B · Turbofan · 4095 | P&W Canada · PW545B · Turbofan · 4119
Seats9

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 51 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 61 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind130° @ 18 kt, gusting 24 kt
Visibility8 sm
CeilingOvercast 9000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.90 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data